Detox & Rehab

Detox & Rehab Programs for Adolescents

We understand how difficult it can be when a young person struggles with drug and alcohol abuse or addiction. At Fairbanks, we are committed to the enrichment of personal choices, strengths and values of our adolescents. Individualized treatment needs are met though different levels of care. Our expert staff will assist you and your family with recommending the appropriate treatment level.

Detoxification (Detox) Detox is designed for adolescents likely to experience serious withdrawal complications requiring medical intervention. Patients are medically stabilized and detoxified under 24-hour medical management. A comprehensive evaluation is conducted during this stage of treatment to determine the appropriate level of ongoing care.

Rehabilitation (Rehab)The goal of rehabilitation is to provide you and your family with education regarding chemical dependency. During rehab, we provide education about addiction, the 12 step program and an assessment of the severity of each individual’s drug/alcohol use. This program will also provide insight into appropriate behaviors that will help our young people become more successful in recovery and in life. We encourage family members to attend the family education groups and individual family sessions.

ResidentialThe adolescent residential program at Fairbanks is designed to provide a long-term residential environment where structure, safety, self-expression and responsible decisions are encouraged. Here residents can learn appropriate social interaction, problem solving skills and a sense of responsibility. This program allows young people a transitional period in a recovery oriented environment with the anticipation of returning back to a home environment.

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Adolescent Detox and Rehab

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Hope Academy

WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT

After years of drinking and casual drug use, Tyrone found his own path to recovery by witnessing the hope Fairbanks had given his own brother.

“I watched my brother change and realized I was addicted to drugs and alcohol also and I wanted to change. He really helped me see that there was hope.” said Tyrone.

Although Tyrone struggled with the concept of sobriety and honesty for several years he has now been sober for three years and has a new outlook on life.

“I changed my attitude and actions and realized that I have to be honest with myself,” said Tyrone. “It begins with me and it ends with me and I have to be responsible for my decisions.
My life today is better than it’s ever been.” READ TYRONE'S STORY>>

Mindy, a graduate of Hope Academy, Fairbanks recovery-focused high school, learned an important lesson during her stay — the importance of being honest.

“I learned I had to be honest with myself,” Mindy says. “I had been lying to myself.”

Mindy immediately clicked with the staff, but the expectations were different than what she was used to.

“They weren’t just focused on your grades. They were focused on your sobriety, too.”

Mindy graduated from Hope Academy on May 28th, 2010, and has enrolled at IVY Tech Community College. After she finishes at IVY Tech she wants to earn a degree in mortuary sciences, but is committed to taking life one day at a time.

Frank chose recovery on September 13, 1996 when he came to Fairbanks. Although he had attempted sobriety many other times, this time he wanted it for good.

“Fairbanks had my best interest,” said Frank. “Everyone at Fairbanks helped me get honest and cut through the denial to see who I really was.” According to Frank one of the ways he stays sober is through volunteering at Fairbanks with the adolescents. For him, it is how he gives back.

“Life today is 180 degrees different from what it was when I was using,” said Frank. “It’s not what I have, it’s how I feel.” READ FRANK'S STORY>>